Parking permit rise is approved

ROTHER District Council has approved plans to increase the price of car park permits.

An annual permit will rise from £500 to £577.50 from April 1. Half yearly and nominated car parks will rise from £300 to £350. RDC expects to raise £1,222,500 from its car parks in 2012/13. In 2013/14 the recommended target is £1,253,100.